Sarvapitri Amavasya on October 10: timings for shraddha and tarpan rituals
The last day of Pitru Paksha falls on Saturday, October 10, 2026, with the Kutup, Rohini and Aparahna periods set aside for ancestral rites.
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Sarvapitri Amavasya falls on Saturday, October 10, 2026. It is the last day of Pitru Paksha, and it is traditional on this day to perform shraddha, tarpan and pind daan in memory of ancestors, and to give alms.
The day holds special religious significance in Hinduism. According to religious belief, performing rites for ancestors on this day brings their blessings. It is also being said that the planetary positions on this day may be favourable for some zodiac signs, according to astrology.
According to the Marathi panchang, the Amavasya tithi begins at 9.36 pm on October 9, 2026, and ends at 9.20 pm on October 10. Sarvapitri Amavasya will therefore be observed on October 10.
There is a tradition of performing shraddha on Sarvapitri Amavasya for ancestors whose date of death is not known. For this reason, the day is considered religiously important by many families.
According to the panchang, the following timings have been given for shraddha on October 10. The Kutup muhurat is from 11.45 am to 12.31 pm. The Rohini muhurat is from 12.31 pm to 1.18 pm. The shraddha rites can be performed during the Aparahna period, from 1.18 pm to 3.37 pm.
It is traditional to perform tarpan, pind daan and shraddha in memory of ancestors during this time. However, muhurat timings can vary from city to city. Before performing the rites, devotees should consult the local panchang or seek the advice of a priest.
According to Hindu tradition, shraddha and tarpan are performed in the names of ancestors during Pitru Paksha. Sarvapitri Amavasya is considered an important day for these rites. Many families observe the practices of giving food to the needy, feeding Brahmins and making donations according to their means on this day.
Some devotees also take a holy dip, worship Hanuman and pray to Shani Dev on this day. It is believed that these religious acts bring merit.
Sarvapitri Amavasya is a day dedicated to remembering ancestors, gratitude and charity. Devotees should perform the rites with devotion according to their family tradition and verify the correct timings for shraddha with the local panchang.
